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General Conference: “Mom, Are We Christians?”

In his talk “Mom, Are We Christians?” Elder Gary J Coleman addresses on of the most common misconceptions of those who are of the LDS faith. Elder Coleman begins by speaking of his upbringing in another faith as a child. He grew up with the goal of someday entering the ministry. However when he went to college, he became acquainted with members of the church. He says: “When I was a university student, however, I became acquainted with the members and teachings of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, a Christian faith centered on the Savior. I began … Continue reading →

General Conference: “Lay Up in Store”

In his talk “Lay Up in Store” Bishop Keith B McMullin speaks of the importance of preparing for the future. He begins by sharing the story of when he was a freshman in college. He learned through his chemistry class and his time on the football team, that he had not prepared enough. It was on his mission that he began to realize the importance of hard work. Bishop McMullin goes on to speak about the importance of preparing for the Lord’s Second Coming. He points out that leading up to this there will be troubled times, but if we … Continue reading →

General Conference: “Tabernacle Memories”

In his talk “Tabernacle Memories” President Thomas S Monson shares some of his memories of the Tabernacle. This is one of the many talks in the session of conference that they rededicated the Tabernacle. He opens by sharing his memory of being baptized at the Tabernacle. He explains that at the time it was not customary for fathers to baptize their children since most baptisms took place while the fathers were working. He remembers his mother accompanying him to the Tabernacle. He also remembers the prophetic warning of President George Albert Smith. In this warning he predicted that many would … Continue reading →

General Conference: “Spiritual Nutrients”

In his talk “Spiritual Nutrients” President James E Faust speaks about the importance of spiritual nutrients. He opens his talk by sharing his experience of taking rock salt to salt licks for the cattle when he was a boy. He explained that the cows needed to have these nutrients to survive, and so the farmers would provide for them. In the same way we each need to have spiritual nutrients so that we can survive in the world. Elder Faust says: “Spiritual nourishment prepares us for baptism. This preparation includes humbling ourselves before God, having “broken hearts and contrite spirits,” … Continue reading →

Using Play to Get Your Own Way

As some of you who’ve read my other blogs know by now, I tend to let my sense of humor guide me in my parenting. Humor and silliness have been a gift, as far as I’m concerned, and while I certainly get down, frustrated, aggravated and generally annoyed, most of the time I can unearth some humor in even the most scary, challenging parenting adventures. I know, you must be thinking that I have super easy kids for whom a humorous joke or gentle tease are all that’s needed to keep everything humming along with ease and good behavior. In … Continue reading →

General Conference Anytime, Anywhere

I love modern technology. Although it can come with pitfalls and problems, it can also bring blessings and make our lives easier. As a mother with three small children, General Conference feels like an extended version of sacrament meeting – I hear little and understand less, all while reminding myself that I’m setting a good example. I am grateful for the technology that allows me to read and listen to Conference long after the closing prayer has been said. Most people know that you can purchase Conference tapes and CDs from LDS bookstores, websites and distribution centers about a month … Continue reading →

General Conference: “Look toward Eternity!”

In her talk “Look toward Eternity!” Sister Elaine S Dalton speaks about the importance personal worthiness. She begins her talk by sharing her experience when her first grandson was born. The spirit the family felt was very strong. She leaned over to her youngest son, and asked him if understood why it was important to stay pure and clean. He responded that he did. Sister Dalton then goes on to talk about the Plan of Salvation. She reminds us that we chose that plan and defended it before we came to Earth. We were prepared and understood the importance of … Continue reading →

10 Ways to Support Your Child’s Teacher (That You May Not Have Thought Of)!

Everyone knows that they are supposed to support their kids through school. Well, in theory anyways, everyone knows this. You’re not supposed to bash your child’s teacher in front of your child, you’re supposed to provide time to do homework, etc. But have you thought of these things that would help your child’s teacher? 1. Use regular, old fashioned watches with hands! You would be amazed at the amount of children who do not know how to tell time by looking at a short hand and a long hand. The year that you start seeing worksheets with clock hands on … Continue reading →

Sharing the Concept of Preparedness with Others

Preparedness is a concept that we have been taught over and over. Many people outside of our church often regard our preparedness concepts one of those strange things that Mormons do. However, I have found that the times that this is great way to have a discussion and help people around us. I have been approached, by more than one person who knew I was a member, and asked about the concept of preparedness and food storage. Many people embrace this concept as they see how it can benefit them in their lives. One example is the way that the … Continue reading →

Joseph Smith: The Prophet of the Restoration

This last weekend, my three sisters and I took the opportunity to go up to Salt Lake City to see “Joseph Smith: The Prophet of the Restoration” in the Legacy Theater inside the Joseph Smith Memorial Building. It was a little hard to find a parking spot – there was a Jazz game that night, and we hadn’t taken that into consideration – but we eventually found a place to park and walked over to the theater. I had not yet seen the film, and neither had another of my sisters. The other two assured us we were in for … Continue reading →